Lessons are available for private study. Classes are open by audition only.

This course prepares students to teach jazz combo, big band and improvisation in middle and high school. Students will learn the fundamentals of jazz performance, from instrumentation to setup to rehearsal techniques to concert planning. Additionally, students will learn the fundamentals of jazz improvisation, including jazz theory, ear training, scales, patterns and repertoire. By the end of the course students will have a reference binder that will cover all basic elements necessary to run a successful jazz program.

This course concentrates on the issues involved in developing music curricula for students in grades K-12 and in music teacher education programs. Together we will explore what we teach, why we teach, and how we teach through historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological lenses, and gain a deeper understanding of educational policy and its impact on school curricula. Students will examine and evaluate existing frameworks, assessment tools, and instructional strategies; complete fieldwork; and design their own individualized curriculum unit/project.

Introduction to basic marching colorguard techniques

Methods, pedagogy and playing. For Music Education Majors only.

Methods, pedagogy and playing. For Music Education Majors only.

History of the marching band movement; charting and show design; judging a field show; flag, rifle, and drum major techniques. Modern trends through films and video tapes. Prerequisites: 3 semesters University or college marching band.

Student teaching in the public schools. A semester-long program consisting of not less than 300 clock hours of supervised student teaching. Prerequisites: successful completion of required techniques, method, and pedagogy courses in music education.

Student teaching in the public schools. A semester-long program consisting of not less than 300 clock hours of supervised student teaching. Prerequisites: successful completion of required techniques, method, and pedagogy courses in music education.

With observations, micro teaching. For Music Education majors only. Teaching methods and materials for classroom music teachers. Current techniques and trends in classroom music. Use of sol-fa. Includes observations and prepracticum. Prerequisite: MUSIC-ED 191A.